A second man in the unit was injured during the standoff, which ended with the threat-maker being taken into custody after less than two hours.
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Two police officers among five injured in Pacific Motorway crash
The Pacific Motorway was reduced to one southbound due to a traffic crash.
Man, 86, held at knifepoint as house robbed: police
Two teenagers and woman have been charged after allegedly holding an 86-year-old man at knifepoint while they robbed and ransacked his Rockhampton home.
Elton John: Details of confidential deal to bring performer to regional Queensland kept secret
The details of a possibly taxpayer-funded deal to get music superstar Sir Elton John to perform in regional Queensland will be kept secret from the public.
Infections caused by crocodile bites under microscope in new report
It seems crocodile attacks aren’t just life-threatening in their initial ferocity – the bacteria the reptiles carry also has a bite.
New pipelines could increase Australia's gas supply: Queensland government
The Queensland government wants its federal counterpart to guarantee funding for any option, including new pipelines, that will boost domestic gas supply and help prevent a crippling shortage on the east coast.
Brisbane Roar pip Wellington Phoenix in seven-goal thriller
Two superb goals from Brett Holman have helped Brisbane overcome a two-goal deficit to beat Wellington Phoenix 4-3 and seal a home A-League final for the Roar.
Hopes rare minerals could net billions for Queensland
The apparent discovery of “vast reserves” of rare earth minerals in the state’s west could turn into a $9 billion honey pot for Queensland, the government says.
Queensland believers gather to mark Easter Sunday
Christian worshippers have turned out in droves to mark Easter Sunday in Brisbane, as religious leaders urge them to stave off fear and absorb the hopeful message of the resurrection.
Queensland government urged to support marketing campaign for fair milk prices
The Queensland government has been urged to run a marketing campaign to help consumers make better-informed decisions about the milk they buy.